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Nov 1, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts during the second half against the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 1, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts during the second half against the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports
The NBA All-Star weekend is over and the sporting extravaganza was watched all over the world. It was a close game with Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum dropping a masterclass. However, it wasn’t only Tatum who caught the attention of the NBA world and the media. The All-Star game attracted numerous celebrities and the fans were excited to see them turn up for the game in Salt Lake City. Among the plethora of celebrities, actress Janelle Monae stood out.
The singer and actress wore a bold outfit for the game and NBA fans on Twitter have called out Monae for it. Moreover, some fans have also bashed her for such an outfit for a family event.
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NBA fans left debating over millionaire actress’ All-Star dress
It is no secret that the NBA attracts a lot of celebrities. During the All-Star weekend, it is not only the basketball stars who get to play. Eminent names belonging to the entertainment industry also play in the All-Star celebrity game.
Singer and actress Janelle Monae participated in the All-Star celebrity game. She was a part of team Wade, captained by Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade. Interestingly enough, Giannis Antetokounmpo was the head coach of this team.
Not only Monae’s participation in the game, but fans were also excited about her dress. Monae wore a stylish black dress that caught NBA Twitter’s eye. Here’s what they had to say.
This would have bombed at a met gala…
— Velma Kiome_ShawryForMjengo (@Mzinduzi) February 20, 2023
Not appropriate for a family event
— Okay?! (@samnnamani) February 20, 2023
Highlight of the weekend
— Luka (@lukamescudi) February 20, 2023
@JanelleMonae is everything I want to be when I grow up. Damn.
— Karen Forrer (@KarenForrer) February 20, 2023
Best part of that terrible as game
— Bocephus Blue (@BlueBocephus) February 20, 2023
There are mixed reactions to Monae’s dress. While many are bashing her for this ‘revealing‘ dress, fans have also complimented her for this look. Moreover, some fans have also called it the highlight of the All-Star game which was broadcasted in 214 countries around the world.
Jayson Tatum makes history in the All-Star game
Team LeBron and Team Giannis locked horns at the Vivint Arena, the home of the Utah Jazz. Team Giannis led by a dominant performance from Jayson Tatum grabbed a 184-175 win. Interestingly, this is team LeBron’s first loss in the All-Star game.
Tatum scored 55 points for the night setting a new record. He broke Anthony Davis’ previously-held record of 52 points in 2017. Subsequently, Tatum was awarded the All-Star MVP award named after one of his idols, Kobe Bryant.
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